Lab Coordinator

As our Laboratory Coordinator, you will manage, optimize, and support the critical Laboratory Information System (LIS) and its interfaces, ensuring seamless data flow and operational efficiency.

Every day you will be responsible for the configuration, validation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of the LIS and its integration with other hospital systems. You will serve as the primary liaison between laboratory staff, IT, and vendors, providing expert support, training, and ensuring data integrity, security, and regulatory compliance.

To be successful in this role, you will possess a strong clinical laboratory background coupled with expert LIS knowledge. You will demonstrate exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills, with a proven ability to manage IT projects, provide effective training, and ensure a robust and efficient LIS infrastructure.

• Specimen Management: Assist in the receipt, verification, handling, sorting, and distribution of laboratory specimens, including the use of pneumatic tube systems.
• Data and Order Entry: Perform accurate test login procedures via laboratory computer systems and manage clerical tasks to ensure office efficiency.
• Dispatch and Coordination: Plan, organize, and dispatch laboratory resources, staff, and courier services to nursing floors and clients based on route design and time efficiency.
• Communication: Maintain professional communication with patients, physicians, nursing personnel, and co-workers to provide verbal results and resolve problems.
• Supply and Area Maintenance: Maintain the workspace in a neat and organized manner, fill supply orders, and perform courier duties on an as-needed basis.
• Operational Compliance: Ensure all tasks are performed in accordance with Medical Center policies, procedures, and Clinical Laboratory Law, while managing vehicle maintenance and mileage schedules.